oil paint
Purim (Feast of Esther)
Moritz Daniel Oppenheim
An elegant grisaille painting capturing a joyous 19th-century domestic celebration of the Feast of Esther.
Art for the Library
Heritage-rich, bookish works with depth, formality, and quiet authority.
Rich tones and heritage subjects add depth and quiet authority to a room made for reading.
Figure Studies
Cardinals' Friendly Chat
Jehan Georges Vibert
An exquisite 19th-century genre painting depicting a warm moment of leisure between two high-ranking clergymen in a lavishly decorated interior.
Pastoral Scenes
A Jeu de Paume Before a Country Palace
Adriaen van de Venne
This 1614 Dutch Golden Age painting captures a vibrant social gathering and an early game of tennis before a grand estate.